Things to Do in Bodhgaya

"Whenever I prepare for a journey I prepare as though for death. Should I never return, all is in order."
Katherine Mansfield

There are several Things to Do in Bodhgaya while you are here on a historical trip. An urge to face death many times becomes associated with a sacred place as Gaya in India. It is also thought by Hindus that if the last rights after death are performed in Gaya, the departed soul goes to heaven. Bodhgaya, situated very near to Gaya, however, does not essentially talk of death, but by virtue of its spots related to Buddha and Buddhism obviously reveals the essence of Nirvana (salvation) through a magnificent historical atmosphere.

You will find so many Things to Do in Bodhgaya in order to make your trip a fabulous one. You can explore Bodhgaya by going to various tourist destinations surrounding here. Here you will get to enjoy a range of exciting sightseeing trips and excursions.

At Archaeological Museum you will find a great collection of Buddhist and Hindu relics, terracotta seals, scriptures and railings/pillars from the Sunga period (1 BC to 1 AD). Make a journey to the house to meet the rich past of this city as well as Buddha culture.

Things to Do in Bodhgaya encompass enjoyment in various festivals and events celebrated at this city. The birth anniversary of Anagrika Dharmapala in the month of September is observed here. Besides, the birth and death anniversaries of Babasaheb Ambedkar on 14th April and 6th December are also observed in this city.

In the month of April, Bodhgaya celebrates Buddha Jayanti, which falls on the full moon night in the month of Vaisakha (according to Hindu calendar). This magnificent gala commemorates the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha.